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Using grounded theory as a method for rigorously reviewing literature

Wolfswinkel, Joost F, Furtmueller, Elfi, Wilderom, Celeste P M·2013·European Journal of Information Systems
DOI 10.1057/ejis.2011.51
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This paper offers guidance to conducting a rigorous literature review. We present this in the form of a five-stage process in which we use Grounded Theory as a method. We first probe the guidelines explicated by Webster and Watson, and then we show the added value of Grounded Theory for rigorously analyzing a carefully chosen set of studies; it assures solidly legitimized, in-depth analyses of empirical facts and related insights. This includes, the emergence of new themes, issues and opportunities; interrelationships and dependencies in or beyond a particular area; as well as inconsistencies. If carried out meticulously, reviewing a well-carved out piece of literature by following this guide is likely to lead to more integrated and fruitful theory emergence, something that would enrich many fields in the social sciences.

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Authors
Wolfswinkel, J. F., Furtmueller, E., & Wilderom, C. P. M.
Venue
European Journal of Information Systems
Publisher
Informa UK Limited
Published
2013-01
Volume
22
Issue
1
Pages
45-55
ISSN
  • 0960-085X (ISSN-L)
  • 1476-9344
DOI
10.1057/ejis.2011.51
OpenAlex
W2044936748
Cited by
1,154
References
3
FWCI
94.47
Type
journal article
Language
en
Open access
closed
Licence
www.springer.com/tdm (unspecified)

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Wolfswinkel, J. F., Furtmueller, E., & Wilderom, C. P. M. (2013). Using grounded theory as a method for rigorously reviewing literature. European Journal of Information Systems. https://doi.org/10.1057/ejis.2011.51

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